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Thompson Okanagan Ski Hills & Resorts
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Apex Mountain Resort
Voted “Canada’s No. 1 Small Destination Resort” by Ski Canada Magazine, 2000, this winter retreat has an elevation of 2,181 metres (7,200 feet) and a vertical drop of 606 metres (2,000 feet). Experts schuss down 56 black-diamond runs while beginners and intermediate skiers hone their skills on varied terrain. Enjoy the terrain park and half-pipe for skiers and boarders. Other activities include cross-country and backcountry skiing, snowshoeing,ice skating and tubing. Open during the summer for mountain biking. For more information on this and other ski resorts in this area click here
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Silver Star Mountain Resort
Silver Star Mountain Resort is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts - winter and summer. Champagne powder and awesome terrain draw people in winter for downhill skiing, cross-country skiing and snowboarding along with a host of family fun activities like snowshoeing, tubing, skating and horse-drawn sleigh rides. In summer, that same terrain attracts mountain bikers to Silver Star's renowned bike park, while hikers come for the wildflower show... More information Click Here
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Big White Ski Resort - videos and webcam
British Columbia's second largest ski resort, Big White has trails for all levels of skiers and snowboarders from novice to expert
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The Thompson Okanagan is one the province's major cross-country ski destinations. No matter where you choose to make tracks, you will find superlative skiing centres. For starters, the region's four major ski resorts -Apex, Big White, Silver Star and Sun Peaks- all offer terrific cross-country options, as does the family-friendly ski resort, Mount Baldy. In fact, Silver Star, coupled with its next-door neighbour, Sovereign Lakes Nordic Centre, is a key training centre for Nordic professionals, thanks to a long season.....Thompson Okanagan Cross-Country Skiing
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